Yashvardhan Rana honoured as WIPR Global IP Leader 2024
Yashvardhan Rana (Intellectual Property Law LLM, 2016), Founder and Principal Attorney at YVR Law Offices - New Delhi, India, has been recognized as a WIPR Global IP Leader for 2024, joining the ranks of the world’s foremost intellectual property (IP) practitioners. This prestigious accolade is awarded by World Intellectual Property Review (WIPR), a leading publication in the IP domain, which annually identifies and celebrates the most influential and accomplished legal professionals in the field of intellectual property.
WIPR Global IP Leaders are selected through a meticulous evaluation process that considers various factors, including professional achievements, industry expertise, notable cases, and contributions to the broader IP community, such as teaching and writing. Rana’s inclusion in this elite group highlights his exceptional skills and dedication to advancing intellectual property law both in India and globally.
With over a decade of experience in IP law, Rana has built a reputation as a leading expert in IP prosecution and transactional matters. With deep expertise in registrability analysis, risk management, trademark clearance, and protection strategies, he has been a trusted advisor since 2013 to individuals, small businesses, Fortune 500 companies, leading FMCGs, and large corporations in India. His comprehensive services include the filing of trademark, copyright and design applications and the global management of IP portfolios, ensuring robust protection for his clients’ intellectual assets.
Rana’s contributions to the field are not limited to client representation; he is also an active participant in the legal community, engaging in various roles within prominent legal associations. Based in New Delhi, he is a member of the Bar Council of Delhi, the Delhi High Court Bar Association, and several international organizations such as APAA, AIPPI, INTA, and IBA. His leadership and influence extend beyond his practice, as he has served as an editor for The Trade Mark Reporter (INTA) and has been involved in the Academic Committee.
In addition to his recent WIPR recognition, Rana has received several other prestigious awards throughout his career. He was honored with the "Top Emerging IP Player Award" in Dubai by IP Gorilla and was named an "Asian Legal Business (ALB) India Rising Star 2022" by Thomson Reuters. Moreover, he received the APAC Insider Legal Awards for "Most Innovative Start-up & Compliance Advisory 2024 - India" and "Best Trademark Clearance & Protection Strategy Attorney 2024 - India."
Rana’s extensive knowledge and experience have also made him a sought-after speaker and author. He has contributed to numerous legal publications, including The Trademark Reporter, The Trademark Lawyer Magazine, Intellectual Property Magazine, Asia IP Magazine, The Wire (India), India Business Law Journal, BW Businessworld Legal, The SCC Online Blog - ‘Experts Corner,’ IBA Asia-Pacific Regional Forum, FICCI, and more. His insights and analyses have helped shape the discourse on intellectual property law, influencing both current and future IP practitioners.
Yashvardhan Rana’s recognition as a WIPR Global IP Leader is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence in intellectual property law. As he continues to push the boundaries in this ever-evolving field, his influence and leadership are sure to leave a lasting impact on the global IP landscape.
Yashvardhan Rana's achievement can be viewed at https://www.worldipreview.com/leaders/yashvardhan-rana
Yashvardhan can be reached at info@yvrlawoffices.com.